Pastor Eric’s sermon this week explores the meaning of true community. He examines the biblical tensions between the apostles Peter and Paul. While many of us desire the support of a "village," Eric argues that being a genuine villager requires embracing the inconvenience and conflict that arise from diversity. Using the early church's struggle to integrate Jewish and Gentile believers, the narrative highlights the danger of forcing newcomers to assimilate rather than allowing the community to be transformed by their presence. Pastor Eric draws parallels to modern "culture wars" and personal stories of belonging, emphasizing that avoiding discomfort often leads to segregation and loneliness. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to repentance and repair, urging individuals to risk showing up as their full selves to foster a community grounded in expansive, boundary-crossing love.